OT Control Systems Developer II

CenterPoint Energy • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The OT Control Systems Developer II analyzes, researches, develops, maintains, and implements enhancements to the supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system, advanced distribution management system (ADMS), and other electric control center automation systems. This role supports the specification, design, testing, and development of control center application systems to ensure they meet changing functional requirements. The developer transforms business requirements into technical specifications, codes software applications, and delivers technical work products for core electric business operations. Additionally, this role develops web portals and services for exchanging operations information with internal and external entities like ERCOT, and develops/enforces processes and procedures for compliance with ERCOT protocols and applicable NERC CIP Standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science is required.
• Requires minimum of two (2) years of experience.
• Able to understand the electric transmission and the distribution grid technologies.
• Linux and Windows server management.
• Able to communicate technical issues effectively; both orally, and in writing.
• Able to understand SCADA protocols and RTU communication.
• Able to understand ERCOT protocol requirements and applicable NERC standards.

Nice To Haves

• Able to understand software maintenance, development, and quality control procedures and practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain robust infrastructure for the collection, storage, and processing of grid operations data.
• Collaborate with other control systems teams to define data requirements for advanced applications (e.g., power flow, state estimation, oscillation detection, wide-area control).
• Provide system support, analysis, development, programming, and hardware maintenance for OT application systems utilized by the Real-time Operations, Distribution Control, and other Electric Operations groups.
• Interfaces with Telecom, Substation Operations, and ERCOT to monitor and maintain OT data communication.
• Assisting Cyber Security and regulatory compliance programs for ERCOT protocols and NERC standards.
• Evaluates vendor systems and solutions based on business needs and end-user requirements.
• Participate in user group activities, with other electric utilities and organizations engaged in similar projects, to identify common problem areas and solutions; and develop function implementation experiences, and methodology for improving system performance.
• Researches and explores new technologies and initiatives in line with longer term control center applications (EMS, ADMS, etc.), and other technology support goals.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs
• On-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level